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The Hospice movement

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The Hospice movement

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  1. Dorothy, 76, is suffering from motor neurone disease and relies on her daughter to be her main carer. As Dorothy’s illness progresses, she will need round the clock care, as she will be left paralysed, incontinent and unable to communicate with others, although her mind will be fully aware. Dorothy used to live a full and active, independent life. She feels she has no quality of life and wishes to die now, while she still has dignity. • Should Dorothy be allowed to end her life? • What are the reasons for her wanting to do so?

  2. The Hospice movement Hospice: a charitable organisation which offers care and support to terminally ill patients and their families Palliative care: care offered to patients with a terminal illness – helping them to manage both physical as well as psychological, emotional & spiritual wellbeing

  3. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, author of “Death and Dying” and supporter of the Hospice Movement Dame Cicely Saunders, founder of the Hospice Movement

  4. Written task: • Why might some people argue that Hospice might be a better alternative to Active Euthanasia? • The Hospice movement may reduce the need for Euthanasia in a number of cases. However, there may still be some situations where euthanasia could be seen to be the best option. What kind of situations might these be? Explain your ideas.

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